The Center for Emotional Healing, LLC

12/22/2025

12/15/2025

🌟 C4EH Team Recognition and Awards of 2025 🌟

We are proud to recognize the dedication, professionalism, and care our team brings to our clients, families, and community each day. These acknowledgements reflect the many ways our clinicians and staff support healing, growth, and connection.

Healthcare Heros- Mental Health Provider of the Year
🏅 The Center for Emotional Healing, LLC

Clinical Excellence Awards- Top Performers
🏅 Morgan Keegan
🏅 Kristin Ferguson
🏅 Elizabeth Czarnecki

Excellence in Care Coordination
🏅 Tricia Bailey

Insurance Excellence Award
🏅 Patti Mackiewicz

Telehealth Excellence Award
🏅 Ashley Birrell

Excellence in Medication Management
🏅 Aericka Khongdy

EMDR Certification Achievement Award
🏅 Sarah Dittrich

Excellence in Child & Adolescent Therapy
🏅 Amber Perez

Clinical Expertise Award
🏅 Cassidy O’Brien

Satellite Office Excellence Awards
🏅 Angela Farmer – New Britain
🏅 Sarah Mackiewicz – Ellington Schools

Rising Professional Award
🏅 Lindsey Fortin

Pillar of Excellence Award (6 Years of Service)
🏅 Nicole Michaud

5-Year Commitment & Excellence Awards
🏅 Kimaira Bernardini
🏅 Elizabeth Fudge
🏅 Megan Kiely

Excellence in Advanced Clinical Care
🏅 Katlyn Prigionieri

Client Engagement & Continuity of Care Award
🏅 Jordan Montague

Community Partnership Excellence Award
🏅 Elizabeth Shea

Excellence in Clinical Insight & Care
🏅 Heather Spear

Top 25 Women in Business of the Year - Hartford Business Journal
🏅 Kelly Fortin

12/15/2025

Congratulations to Lindsey Fortin on officially becoming an LMSW!

Lindsey has completed her Master’s degree in Social Work at Sacred Heart University and is now a Licensed Master Social Worker. We are excited to share that she has moved from her intern position to a part-time clinician at The Center for Emotional Healing, LLC.

Lindsey brings over 10 years of experience in education, having worked with teachers and students in grades K–5. She also holds a Master’s degree in Education and certifications focused on mentoring and supporting beginning teachers. Her professional background includes extensive work on equity and diversity teams, where she helped build greater knowledge, awareness, and action among both staff and students.

Lindsey is passionate about the healing process and values meeting clients where they are through a strengths-based approach in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment. She enjoys working with individuals of all ages and is excited to continue growing her clinical work with our community.

Availability:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday: 4:00–8:00 PM (Varying)

Saturday: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Lindsey is currently accepting clients!!

If you are interested in services with Lindsey, please reach out to us at 860-351-7445 or email our coordinator Triciab@C4EH.org

12/12/2025

Shawn is now accepting new clients!

We’re excited to share that Dr. Shawn Curtis, PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist in our Burlington office, now has open availability and is actively scheduling new clients.

Shawn works with adults 18+ and offers both in-person and telehealth sessions. He is now paneled with:
Aetna, Anthem BC/BS, Carelon, Husky (Medicaid), Optum, UMR, United Behavioral Health, with Cigna pending.
Private pay is also accepted.

Shawn brings a warm, collaborative, and person-centered approach rooted in ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and Gestalt principles. He has extensive experience supporting individuals navigating:

• Depression & anxiety
• Grief & loss
• Trauma and relationship wounds
• Psychological testing & evaluations
• Forensic psychology

He is deeply committed to helping clients rebuild trust, reconnect with themselves, and move toward meaningful healing and growth.

We’re grateful to have him on our team and thrilled to open his schedule to the community.

📞 Ready to schedule? Call 860-351-7445

12/10/2025

The holiday season can intensify feelings of pressure—especially for those navigating substance use challenges. These feelings are more common than many realize. Visit samhsa.gov/find-help to learn how to support yourself or a loved one who may be struggling.

12/04/2025

Celebrating 3 Years with Katlyn Prigionieri, LMFT! 🎉

This month marks three years since Katlyn joined The Center for Emotional Healing, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the impact she’s had on our clients and our team.

Katlyn is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who brings deep expertise to her work with adults navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, communication issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, perinatal mood disorders, and more. Her person-centered, compassionate approach helps clients feel understood, supported, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.

She integrates a wide range of therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Theory, Schema Therapy, the Gottman Method, EFT, and Trauma-Informed Care to truly meet clients where they are and help them move toward a more fulfilling and confident version of themselves.

Katlyn’s calm presence, dedication, and commitment to her clients’ growth make her an invaluable part of our CEH family.

Here’s to three amazing years. Thank you, Katlyn, for everything you bring to this team and to the individuals and families you support every day. 💙

12/03/2025

Snow Day Reminder ❄️

With winter weather officially here, we want to make sure everyone knows what to expect on snowy or icy days:

1. Safety first.
If road conditions are unsafe, your therapist will shift your session to telehealth. If the roads are clear, in-person sessions will continue as scheduled.

2. Be prepared.
Please make sure you know how to access your telehealth link and have a private space available at home. Your therapist may review this with you ahead of time so there are no surprises on stormy days.

3. Attendance & cancellations.
When telehealth is offered as a backup option, our usual cancellation and no-show policies still apply.

4. Major storms.
During blizzards or truly unsafe conditions, all sessions will automatically move to telehealth for the day.

Thank you for your flexibility and for helping us keep care consistent throughout the New England winter! Stay safe and warm. ❄️🧤

12/03/2025

✨ Wishing everyone a Mentally Healthy Holiday Season ✨

The holidays can be magical… and sometimes a little overwhelming. This year, we’re focusing on slowing down, setting boundaries, and giving ourselves permission to breathe.

💛 Take breaks when you need them
💛 Say “no” without guilt
💛 Choose connection over perfection
💛 Protect your peace the same way you protect your loved ones
💛 Remember that your feelings are valid, even during the holidays

From all of us at The Center for Emotional Healing, may this season bring you comfort, joy, and moments of true rest. 🎄

You deserve a holiday that feels good for you.

11/27/2025

On a day centered around gratitude, we want to take a moment to appreciate you, our community.

To everyone who has walked through our doors, reached out for support, or encouraged someone else to seek help: thank you. Your courage and openness are the heart of what we do.

Holidays can bring joy, but they can also bring stress, complicated emotions, and pressure to feel a certain way. If today feels warm and connected, we’re grateful with you. And if today feels heavy, we’re holding space for that too.

No matter what this day looks like for you, we hope you find a moment of peace, comfort, or just one deep breath that feels grounding.

Wishing you a gentle, meaningful Thanksgiving. 🧡

— The Center for Emotional Healing, LLC

11/24/2025

✨ Welcome Dr. Shawn Curtis, PsyD! ✨
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Shawn Curtis, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, to our Burlington office!

Dr. Curtis works with adults 18+ and offers in-person and telehealth appointments. He is now accepting Aetna, Husky (CT Medicaid), Optum, UMR, UnitedHealthcare, and private pay, with Anthem and Cigna currently pending.

Dr. Curtis earned his Doctor of Psychology degree from Wright State University and brings a warm, collaborative, person-centered style to his work. His approach draws from ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and Gestalt principles.

He has broad experience supporting individuals through:
• Depression and anxiety
• Grief and loss
• Trauma and difficult relationship histories
• Psychological testing and evaluations
• Forensic psychology

Dr. Curtis is passionate about helping clients rebuild trust, reconnect with themselves, and move toward meaningful healing and growth.

We are so excited to have him on our team!
📞 Reach out to schedule: 860-351-7445

www.C4EH.org

11/11/2025

Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, strength, and selflessness inspire us all.

From all of us at The Center for Emotional Healing, thank you for your service, sacrifice and the resilience you continue to show long after your time in uniform. We are so grateful for you. ❤️🤍💙